"It was a strange figure- like a child; yes not so like a child as like an old man"
> Mysterious and ethereal figure |Form of childlike and elderly
>Contrasting imagery to emphasise unique and enigmatic appearance
"Tunic if the purest white"
> Symbolism- purity and holiness, "tunic" Evokes imagery of ancient robes worn by spiritual/divine beings
"Sprung a bright clear jet of light"
> Utilises vivid imagery- verb "sprung"- energy and vitality, powers ti illuminate truth
> "bright" "Clear" Evoke purity and clarity
